The Sound Level Meter is used to measure sound level in decibels (dB). An output port on the meter records sound level data. A switch on the meter is used to select dBA or dBC weighting. The Sound Level Meter also has an LCD panel to use it as a stand-alone device. A dB range switch and a response switch provide flexibility in the standalone mode.
If you are interested in collecting sound waves, use the Vernier Microphone.
This has now been discontinued please see the Go Direct Sound Sensor
What's Included
- Vernier Sound Level Meter
- (1) Wind screen
- (4) AAA batteries
- (1) Cable
- User manual
Specification
- Sensor: ½” Electret (prepolarized) condenser microphone
- Measurement Range: Low – 35 dB to 90 dB. High – 75 dB to 130 dB
- Frequency Range: 31.5 Hz to 8000 Hz
- Resolution: 0.1 dB
- Accuracy: 1.5 dB (ref 94 dB @ 1 kHz)
- Power: Four AAA batteries. (Life 50 hours typical)
- Output: DC – 10 mV/dB. AC – 1.0 Vrms corresponding to the top of the selected range
Sensor Requirements
The Sound Level Meter may require a compatible interface and software. Choose a platform below to see compatible interface and software options.
The Sound Level Meter is fully supported with LabQuest 2, a standalone data logger with built-in graphing and analysis software.
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Interface | Software | ||
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Graphical Analysis for Computers Version 5.4 | Logger Pro Version 3.16 | Logger Lite Verison 1.9.4 | |
LabQuest Mini | Full support | Full support | Full support |
LabQuest 3 | Full support | Full support | Full support |
LabQuest 2 (Discontinued) | Full support | Full support | Full support |
LabQuest Stream | Full support1 | Full support | Full support1 |
Go!Link | Full support | Full support | Full support |
Original LabQuest (Discontinued) | Full support | Full support | Full support |
LabPro (Discontinued) | Incompatible | Full support | Full support |
COMPATIBILITY NOTES
- Connect LabQuest Stream via USB. Future software updates will support connection via Bluetooth®technology
- A computer with a compatible Bluetooth® 4.0 radio is required. Only computers running Windows 10 or Mac OS X 10.10 or newer are supported.
Interface | Software |
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Graphical Analysis for Chrome Version 5.4 | |
LabQuest Mini | Full support |
LabQuest 3 | Full support |
LabQuest 2 (Discontinued) | Full support |
LabQuest Stream | Full support1 3 |
Go!Link | Full support |
Original LabQuest (Discontinued) | Full support |
COMPATIBILITY NOTES
- Connect LabQuest Stream via USB. Future software updates will support connection via Bluetooth®technology
Interface | Software | |
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Graphical Analysis App for iOS Version 5.4 | Graphical Analysis GW Verison 4.0.6 | |
LabQuest Stream | Full support | Full support |
LabQuest 3 | Full support 1 | Full support 1 |
LabQuest 2 (Discontinued) | Full support 1 | Full support 1 |
COMPATIBILITY NOTES
- Mobile devices can only connect to LabQuest 2 via Wireless Data Sharing.
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